Manoj Jarange refuses to end hunger strike, seeks Kunbi certificates for Marathas
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Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange refused to end his seven-day hunger strike, demanding Kunbi certificates for eligible Marathas. He sought a government resolution by September 12, backed Dhangar ST reservation and criticised Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal’s opposition
- Why it matters
- Jarange's continued fast pressures Maharashtra's government to issue certificates that would grant Marathas access to reserved seats in education and employment, and to maintain Dhangar caste ST status — policies that directly affect quota allocations.
- Most affected
- Marathas seeking reservation benefits — Availability of Kunbi certificates determining access to reserved education and jobs
Dhangars with ST reservation — Their existing ST status status outcome depends on government's response to protest - Likely next
- Whether Maharashtra's government issues a resolution or Kunbi certificates by the September 12 deadline Jarange set.
Also reported by: India Today